The Utica Chieftains basketball squad (Utica, MI), was outscored 48-35 in Thursday's non-league battle with the visiting Cousino Patriots (Warren, MI)

With the victory, Cousino advances its record to 10-8 on the year. The Patriots host Utica Ford (Sterling Heights, MI) to meet the Falcons in a non-league battle on Tuesday, February 18. The Falcons enter the battle with a record of 17-1. Utica Ford won 46-37 in their recent league battle against Dakota (Macomb, MI)

The Chieftains now own a 2-16 record. They put it on the line next when they host Adams for a non-league battle on Wednesday, February 19.